Tarantula
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Tarantula
WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE Music legend Bob Dylan's only work of fiction—a combination of stream of consciousness prose, lyrics, and poetry that gives fans insight into one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our time. Written in 1966, Tarantula is a collection of poems and prose that evokes the turbulence of the times in which it was written, and offers unique insight into Dylan's creative evolution, capturing the stream-of-consciousness preoccupations of the legendary folk poet and his eclectic, erudite cool at a crucial juncture in his artistic development. It has since been welcomed into the Dylan canon, as Dylan himself has cemented his place in the cultural imagination, inspiring Todd Haynes’s acclaimed 2007 musical drama I’m Not There, selling more than 100 million records, and winning numerous prizes, including the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2017. In his acceptance speech for the Nobel, Dylan acknowledged the early influence on his work of Buddy Holly and Lead Belly as well as of wide-ranging classics like Don Quixote, All Quiet on the Western Front, and Moby Dick. Tarantula is a rare chance to see Dylan at a moment in which he was still deeply connected to his country roots and a folk vernacular while opening himself up to the influence of French 19th-century Surrealist writers like Arthur Rimbaud and the Comte de Lautreamont. A decade before the confessional singer-songwriter who would create the 1975 epic, Blood on the Tracks—which was just optioned by filmmaker Luca Guadagnino—here is Dylan at his most verbally playful and radically inventive. Angry, funny, and strange, the poems and prose in this collection reflect the concerns found in Dylan's most seminal music—a spirit of protest, a poetic spontaneity, and a chronicling of the eccentric and the everyday—which continue to make him a beloved artist and cultural icon.
New World Tarantulas
Author: Fernando Pérez-Miles
language: en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date: 2020-12-15
The Theraphosidae are the most famous and diverse mygalomorph spiders, and include some of the largest arachnids on earth. Their unique defense mechanisms, predatory tactics, reproductive strategies and ecological adaptations are displayed by a wide range of terrestrial, burrowing and arboreal species. These arachnids are familiar to the general public thanks to horror movies and a growing interest in tarantulas as pets; however, scientific information on the group is scattered throughout the literature and not easily available. This book reviews all major aspects of New World Theraphosid tarantulas and provides in-depth information on their evolution, taxonomy, behavior, physiology, ecology, reproduction, conservation and biogeography. As a comprehensive guide to the biology of tarantulas, it will appeal to researchers, students and terrarium hobbyists alike.
Tarantulas
Author: Pet Care Handbooks
language: en
Publisher: Pet Care Handbooks
Release Date: 2025-06-22
When people think of pets, their minds often jump to cats curled up in windowsills or dogs wagging their tails in anticipation of a walk. But for a growing number of people, companionship looks a little different—it has eight legs, fangs, and an exoskeleton. Tarantulas, once feared and misunderstood, are gaining recognition as intriguing, low-maintenance pets. They bring a mysterious calm, an eerie beauty, and a fascinating set of behaviors that appeal to both novice and seasoned animal lovers. This book wasn’t born out of a passing fascination. It stemmed from years of personal experience, research, and a genuine appreciation for the remarkable world of tarantulas. When I first brought one home, I had little idea of the profound respect and quiet admiration I’d come to feel for these creatures. I was skeptical, too. Would it be boring? Could it be dangerous? What would I feed it? How would I know it was happy? These questions swirled in my mind, but they quickly found answers through direct experience and a supportive tarantula-keeping community. Tarantulas challenge many common notions about pets. They aren’t cuddly, they don’t recognize their owners, and they don’t require daily interaction. And yet, there’s something undeniably captivating about watching a tarantula spin a web, burrow into its substrate, or molt into a newer, shinier version of itself. They teach patience. They teach observation. And perhaps most importantly, they teach us to appreciate life forms vastly different from our own. The idea for this eBook emerged after years of answering the same questions from curious friends, fellow hobbyists, and new tarantula owners. People wanted to know how to choose the right species, how to set up an enclosure, and how to handle their spiders safely. They were desperate to understand what a tarantula’s behavior meant or whether it was sick or about to molt. This book is my attempt to address those concerns in a clear, honest, and engaging way. You don’t need to be a biologist or an expert in arachnology to enjoy and care for tarantulas. What you need is a willingness to learn, an open mind, and a little preparation. Whether you’re here out of curiosity, planning your first tarantula purchase, or already have a few enclosures lining your shelves, I hope you’ll find something in these pages that deepens your appreciation for these incredible animals. I also hope this book helps dispel the fear and myths that surround tarantulas. They are not monsters. They are not dangerous to handle with care and knowledge. In fact, most are docile and more afraid of us than we are of them. The key lies in education and respect. That’s what I aim to offer here—not just facts, but an invitation into a unique and rewarding way of keeping a pet. Thank you for opening this book and your mind to something a little unconventional. Tarantulas may not wag their tails or curl up in your lap, but they have their own way of connecting with those who take the time to understand them. They are quiet, fascinating companions, and they deserve to be known beyond the veil of fear that pop culture has wrapped them in for far too long.